The Smart Brides Blog

It was such a great pleasure to be invited to attend the pre wedding henna ceremony of the stunning Shayza.​

On arrival at the venue I was greeted by a group of excited ladies all preparing the room for the brides imminent arrival. The smell of food was delicious and the dj was starting to get things started.​

​Henna (or Mehndi) parties are held for most Muslim brides. They are usually celebrated a few days before the wedding with close women friends and family. Special artists create designs on the bride's hands and feet with henna paste, resulting in a deep red stain that lasts several weeks. Henna designs simultaneously protect and adorn the bride -- and the party creates a female bonding opportunity.